5 Gallon Mead Kit

Regular price $119.99
Make large batches of traditional honey wine at home with this 5 gallon mead kit designed for scalable, consistent fermentation.
  • Makes 5 gallons of mead (approximately 25 bottles)
  • Complete kit with reusable equipment and ingredients
  • Uses D47 yeast for consistent fermentation
  • Ready to drink in about 30 days
  • Designed for scalable, repeat brewing

This mead produces a smooth, semi-dry honey wine with rich floral aromatics and a clean, balanced finish. The flavor is driven by the honey you select, ranging from light and citrusy to deep and complex.

Fermentation with D47 yeast supports a stable, efficient process, resulting in a well-structured mead with soft acidity and a rounded mouthfeel. The larger batch size allows for improved consistency and the option to age part of your batch for added complexity.

This 5 Gallon Mead Kit includes everything you need to get started:

  • 6.5 gallon primary fermentation bucket with spigot and lid
  • 6.5 gallon secondary fermentation bucket with spigot
  • 3-piece airlock
  • Transfer tubing
  • Spring tip bottle filler
  • Adhesive thermometer (fermometer)
  • Hydrometer
  • D47 yeast
  • Yeast nutrient
  • Sanitizer packets
  • Step-by-step instruction guide

Honey is not included. Approximately 12.5 lbs is required for a full batch.

This kit is designed for homebrewers looking to scale up from small batches or produce larger quantities of mead with consistent results.

It provides a straightforward process with room for customization, making it easy to experiment with different honey types, flavor additions, and aging techniques.

Ideal for:

  • Beginners ready for larger batches
  • Experienced homebrewers
  • Mead enthusiasts
  • Batch brewers and hobbyists

  • Sanitize all equipment before starting
  • Mix honey and water in the fermenter
  • Add yeast and nutrients
  • Allow fermentation to complete
  • Transfer, condition, and bottle

Store your fermenter in a cool, dark place during fermentation to maintain consistent results.

  • Batch Size: 5 gallons (approximately 25 bottles)
  • Beverage Type: Mead (honey wine)
  • Fermentation Time: About 30 days
  • Yeast Included: D47
  • Equipment Included: Yes
  • Honey Required: Approximately 12.5 lbs
  • Skill Level: Beginner to intermediate
  • Reusable: Yes

5 Gallon Mead Kit
$119.99

Make Your Own Homemade Mead

Craft large batches of smooth, customizable honey wine at home with this complete 5 gallon mead kit. Designed for consistency and repeat use, this kit walks you through fermentation while producing a balanced, semi-dry mead with rich honey character and a clean finish.

What's Inside the 5 Gallon Mead Kit

This 5 Gallon Mead Kit includes everything you need to get started:

  • 6.5 gallon primary fermentation bucket with spigot and lid
  • 6.5 gallon secondary fermentation bucket with spigot
  • 3-piece airlock
  • Transfer tubing
  • Spring tip bottle filler
  • Adhesive thermometer (fermometer)
  • Hydrometer
  • D47 yeast
  • Yeast nutrient
  • Sanitizer packets
  • Step-by-step instruction guide

Honey is not included. Approximately 12.5 lbs is required for a full batch.

What you'll make

Mead

A smooth honey wine with floral aromatics, gentle warmth, and a clean, semi-dry finish. Expect rich honey character up front, soft acidity for balance, and a rounded mouthfeel that feels silky rather than sharp, easy to sip on its own or customize with fruit and spice.

Easy Steps to Making Mead

Our Mead Kit is easy to use and beginner friendly - no experience necessary! Our simple mead making process yields a semi dry honey wine in a few simple steps.Β Β 

Our Guide to Making Mead

Our step by step guide for how to make mead at home helps you make delicious honey wine on your first try. This detailed instruction manual explains each ingredient, technique - you’ll become an expert on how to make mead after just one batch. Includes tips for adding fruit, spices or sweeteness.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. This kit includes step-by-step instructions and is designed for both beginners and experienced brewers.

This kit makes 5 gallons of mead, which is approximately 25 standard bottles.

No. You will need to supply approximately 12.5 pounds of honey.

Most batches are ready to drink in about 30 days, with additional aging improving flavor.

Yes. You can use different honey varieties or add fruit, spices, or juice to create unique meads.

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